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Senior Game Designer

293021

Open Salaries

United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

Design

ASAP

12/11/2025

Mid-Senior Level

Permanent | Full Time

No

Job Title: Senior Game Designer
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE (Onsite - VISA Sponsorship Available)
Salary: Open, based on experience
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role A well-established game studio based in Abu Dhabi is hiring a Senior Game Designer to help develop a narrative-driven adventure game rooted in local culture and history. The game is being built in Unity alongside a custom multiplayer sandbox creation engine.
This is a hands-on design role focused on quest design and gameplay systems. You'll be responsible for building immersive gameplay experiences inspired by the UAE's heritage, working closely with a cross-functional team of engineers, artists, and cultural partners.
The position also involves occasional mentorship - supporting students and emerging creators who are using the studio's tools to build their own culturally inspired games.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement quests and gameplay features using Unity or similar tools
  • Create handcrafted gameplay spaces that encourage curiosity and exploration
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, and narrative teams to meet design goals
  • Work with cultural consultants to ensure authenticity in game world and storytelling
  • Facilitate sessions with subject matter experts to integrate cultural elements into gameplay
  • Occasionally mentor young creators using the studio's sandbox engine
Requirements
  • Experience designing gameplay systems and quests in Unity or comparable engines
  • Familiarity with tools like Unreal's Blueprint system or custom scripting tools
  • Strong interest in narrative and culturally grounded game design
  • Comfortable working cross-functionally and with external partners
  • Willingness to relocate to Abu Dhabi (onsite); VISA sponsorship provided
What's on Offer
  • Competitive, open salary based on experience
  • Full VISA sponsorship for relocation to Abu Dhabi
  • Opportunity to work on a unique, culturally rich game project
  • Positive, no-crunch work environment
  • Join a mission-driven team passionate about games, education, and culture

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